Project Veteran Overwatch Volunteer Pledge - Let’s Watch Over Our Babies

Published on June 13, 2022
Duration: 9:36

This video details the Project Veteran Overwatch volunteer pledge, outlining the responsibilities and protocols for veterans serving as community guardians. It emphasizes the W.A.R.D.S. acronym (Watch, Assess, Report, Deny Entry, Stop the Threat) and stresses that volunteers are not law enforcement, must notify authorities, and are responsible for their actions. The pledge also covers blending in, legal firearm display, and avoiding gun-free zones except to deny entry to deadly threats.

Quick Summary

Project Veteran Overwatch volunteers follow the W.A.R.D.S. protocol: Watch, Assess, Report, Deny Entry, and Stop the Threat. They are not law enforcement and must notify authorities for emergencies. Volunteers must blend in, use firearms legally, and are responsible for their actions, especially when stopping deadly threats.

Chapters

  1. 00:03The Pledge Begins
  2. 00:46W.A.R.D.S. Protocol Explained
  3. 01:24Volunteer Limitations
  4. 02:09Firearm Display and Gun-Free Zones
  5. 02:52Stopping Deadly Threats
  6. 03:03Training and Education
  7. 03:22Donations and Resources
  8. 03:36Equipment Requirements
  9. 04:51Identification During Intervention
  10. 05:20Not Identifying as Law Enforcement
  11. 06:03Discontinuing Service
  12. 06:31Leaving Property
  13. 06:50Legal Awareness and Arrest
  14. 07:19Prohibited Locations
  15. 07:43Voluntary Service Recognition
  16. 08:20Community Feedback

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the W.A.R.D.S. acronym for Project Veteran Overwatch?

W.A.R.D.S. is an acronym for the Project Veteran Overwatch protocol, standing for Watch, Assess, Report, Deny Entry, and Stop the Threat. It outlines the core actions volunteers are expected to take during their community safety duties.

Are Project Veteran Overwatch volunteers considered law enforcement?

No, volunteers explicitly state they are not law enforcement officers, EMTs, or paramedics. They are not authorized to engage in physical altercations or medical emergencies and must notify official authorities when such events occur.

What are the rules regarding firearms for Project Veteran Overwatch volunteers?

If legally armed, volunteers should not display firearms openly unless legally permitted. They are also instructed not to enter gun-free zones except to deny entry to a deadly threat and are responsible for their own certifications and legal compliance.

What kind of support does Project Veteran Overwatch accept from the community?

Project Veteran Overwatch volunteers do not accept monetary donations. However, they are open to receiving resources, training, tools, and equipment that are necessary for them to effectively carry out their volunteer duties.

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